Leitrim Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Leitrim, Ireland in August.

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Carrick on Shannon Ballinamore Mohill Dromod

Are you planning a trip a to Leitrim, Ireland in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Leitrim in August

Leitrim, Ireland is a region in Ireland. August in Leitrim generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Carrick on Shannon.

For specific regional insights in Leitrim, Ireland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dromod with an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Tullaghan with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Carrick on Shannon, you can expect around 118 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Leitrim by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Leitrim - and find the best time to visit. (based on Carrick on Shannon)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Leitrim in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Leitrim.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Leitrim

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Leitrim, Ireland?

Temperature range in Leitrim (August)

Precipitation variation in Leitrim (August)

Carrick on Shannon

In August Carrick on Shannon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
118 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Carrick on Shannon →

Ballinamore

In August Ballinamore generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Ballinamore →

Mohill

In August Mohill generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Mohill →

Dromod

In August Dromod generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
118 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
very good
Climate in Dromod →

Drumshanbo

In August Drumshanbo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
118 hours
93 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Drumshanbo →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Leitrim, in Ireland.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Leitrim in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Carrick on Shannon 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Ballinamore 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Mohill 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Dromod 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Drumshanbo 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Tullaghan 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)

Leitrim weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Leitrim, Ireland in August?

Leitrim, Ireland typically experiences good weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Carrick on Shannon average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Leitrim, Ireland in August?

Average temperatures in Leitrim, Ireland during August range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Carrick on Shannon.

Does Leitrim, Ireland get a lot of rain in August?

Carrick on Shannon typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 108 mm (4.3 in) on average across Leitrim, Ireland.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Leitrim, Ireland?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Leitrim, Ireland with overall good weather in Carrick on Shannon. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly good weather in Carrick on Shannon. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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